Section 306 – Notice of filing fee — Consequence of nonpayment.

• (1) When an affidavit of indigency under Section 78A-2-302 has been filed and the court assesses an initial filing fee, the court shall immediately notify the litigant in writing of:
  • (a) the initial filing fee required as a prerequisite to proceeding with the action;
  • (b) the procedure available to challenge the initial filing fee assessment as provided in Section 78A-2-307; and
  • (c) the prisoner’s ongoing obligation to make monthly payments until the entire filing fee is paid.

• (2) The court may not authorize service of process or otherwise proceed with the action, except as provided in Section 78A-2-307, until the initial filing fee has been completely paid to the clerk of the court.

Amended by Chapter 272, 2022 General Session